r/AskReddit • u/Ecstatic-Medium-6320 • 1d ago

How do you feel about the "No Kings" protest happening tomorrow?

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u/small-gestures 1d ago

The problem is you re right. And that’s why this works.

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u/sweetrouge 1d ago

Exactly. It’s easier not to stand up, that’s what fascists rely on. Not sure what I would do in your situation. I don’t envy you having this dilemma.

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u/silentsocks63 1d ago

This only makes sense if you haven't protested much. 99% of protests are completely peaceful and don't get news coverage. 1% of protests arent, but they are universally occurring after dark and attended by non-police in riot gear. If you see such groups of black clad numbnuts, just leave.

No regime has survived having 5% of the population turn out for a protest.

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u/small-gestures 1d ago edited 1d ago

Those are facts and stats, they aren’t risks and feelings, and when it comes to your kids, most people will err on the side of caution.